Pianist Kevin Chen
March 22, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
A piano prodigy and the youngest winner of the Franz Liszt International Piano Competition, Canadian Kevin Chen showcases his remarkable talent in a recital featuring masterpieces by Chopin, Liszt, and Schubert. The program highlights Frédéric Chopin’s “Ballade No. 4,” a piece renowned for its emotional depth and technical complexity. It also features Franz Liszt’s “Ballade No. 2,” which is celebrated for its dramatic narrative and virtuosic demands, and the Schubert/Liszt “Erlkönig,” an electrifying arrangement that combines Franz Schubert’s haunting vocal line with Liszt’s pianistic flair, creating a thrilling blend of storytelling and technical prowess. Chen’s recital promises a sublime experience, bridging the rich traditions and expressive power of classical music with a fresh, contemporary sensitivity. Season Sponsor: Jules Chamberlain / Red Door Realty.
This performance is made possible with the generous support of Frank Letourneau.